Overview

Indirect Procurement - IT Sourcing Manager Onsite- 5 days/week - Overland Park, KS Contract Only The Indirect Procurement IT Portfolio Sourcing Manager is a strategic procurement leader who manages a portfolio of related spend categories. This role develops and executes multi year category strategies that secure best value, quality, and service delivers measurable cost optimization, reduces risk, and aligns sourcing outcomes to business goals. The IT Portfolio Sourcing Manager acts as the bridge between suppliers and internal teams, driving efficiency and innovation across assigned commodity groups through analysis, negotiation, and cross functional collaboration. Strategy Development Create and implement global/divisional sourcing strategies and portfolio roadmaps for IT Spend Portfolios, including demand shaping, supply market analysis, and multi year plans. Supplier Management Identify, select, negotiate with, and manage relationships with key suppliers; establish Vendor Management rituals, QBRs, and joint improvement initiatives in partnership with the Vendor Relationship Management Team. Cost Optimization Perform cost analysis, TCO/should cost modeling, benchmarking, and deliver year over year savings and value realization (savings, cost avoidance, productivity, rebates, credits). Risk Management Assess and mitigate supply base risks (financial, geopolitical, cybersecurity, ESG); drive dual sourcing, contractual protections, and business continuity plans. Cross Functional Collaboration Partner with Operations, Legal, Finance, InfoSec, Architecture/Engineering, and Business Stakeholders to align sourcing decisions with the strategy, objectives, and compliance requirements. Performance Tracking Monitor supplier and internal performance in accordance with portfolio KPIs; ensure SLA adherence and continuous improvement. Portfolio Focus Leverage enterprise wide spend to achieve scale efficiencies and synergies across related categories; create category playbooks and standardized toolkits (RFx templates, evaluation criteria, negotiation levers). Sourcing Execution Lead end to end RFx events, negotiations, and contracting (NDA, MSA, SOW, DPA, CO); ensure terms reflect commercial objectives, risk posture, and service level commitments. Governance & Compliance Maintain contract lifecycle controls; enforce policy, delegated authorities, and approval workflows; support audit readiness and regulatory requirements. Data & Analytics Use spend analytics, market intelligence, and scenario modeling to inform strategies; track benefits realization and variance to plan. Innovation & Sustainability Advance supplier enabled innovation, diversity programs, and sustainability goals; pilot new technologies and business models where relevant. Skills: Demonstrated expertise in RFx management, complex contract negotiation, TCO analysis, and supplier performance management. Proficiency with eSourcing, contract lifecycle, and P2P platforms; strong Excel/analytics and financial acumen. Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and change leadership skills; ability to influence at multiple levels. Risk management mindset with experience implementing mitigation strategies across a supply base. Industry experince is a plus but not require Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline preferred. Equivalent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree, typically demonstrated by 7-10+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing or category management with portfolio responsibility across indirect and/or direct materials. Professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS, CSCP, PMP) and experience supporting IT categories (software/SaaS, cloud, hardware, and services) are a plus. Attachments: Location Client Location Country: United States State/Province: Kansas City: Overland Park Address: 11401 Lamar Ave, KCP POSTAL CODE: 66211 Work Location Same as Client Location Other Client Location W